Kendrick Perkins and Monica McNutt debate if Brooklyn having Kyrie Irving on a part-time basis will be good for the team. Later, Damien Woody and Dan Orlovsky join the show to discuss how Antonio Brown’s recent statement regarding his exit from Sunday’s game against the Jets make the Buccaneers look. The guys debate if the criticism Aaron Rodgers has received is fair and which AFC team is standing in the Chiefs’ way the most. Damien and Dan discuss if Mike Vrabel should win coach of the year.
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Hour 1: Return of Irving

First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

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Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Tim Legler discuss if the Warriors should re-sign Klay Thompson this offseason. The crew debates how ready Anthony Davis is for the Lakers-Nuggets playoff matchup. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Lastly, Marcus "Swagu" Spears joins the show to discuss the Dallas Cowboys offseason moves, or lack thereof.
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Hour 2: Not a Klay Up

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Brian Windhorst and they dive in on the NBA's Western Conference Play-In games, most notably is Warriors' loss to the Kings last night. They also debate whether or not this will be the end of the Warriors as we currently know them and whether or not this season was a failure. The crew also reacts to the Lakers' win over the Pelicans to clinch a playoff spot. Stephen A. goes on an epic rant about the upcoming Lakers-Nuggets playoff matchup after both teams exchanged words in the offseason.
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Hour 1: Unmaking of a Dynasty?

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Brian Windhorst debate a potential failed season if the Lakers or Warriors miss the NBA Playoffs. They also discuss Draymond Green's recent comments on the NBA Play-In Tournament. Louis Riddick joins the show to debate whether or not Marvin Harrison Jr. is the best pass-catcher in the NFL Draft. Lastly, Tim Legler joins the show and the crew dives in on the Bucks' playoffs chances and the possibility of moving Damian Lillard.
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Hour 2: Early Exit?

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Brian Windhorst debate the Lakers possibly avoiding the Nuggets in the playoffs. Also, they discuss a potential failed season if the Lakers or Warriors miss the playoffs. Andraya Carter joins the show to discuss the Indiana Fever's ceiling after drafting Caitlin Clark first overall. The crew reacts live to the breaking news about Giannis missing the start of the playoffs. Lastly, the crew debates the final 2024 USA Men's Basketball Olympics roster.
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Hour 1: Life in the W

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe debate how many Eastern Conference players they are taking over Jalen Brunson. They discuss if Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a case to win MVP. Tim Legler joins the show to debate which Western Conference player is under the most title pressure. Lastly, the crew has a fun debate on who had the worst first pitch between Gronk and Stephen A.
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Hour 1: Return of Irving

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